Men's Program

The U.S. Virgin Islands Men's National Team Program represents the pinnacle of lacrosse development in the territory and serves as the primary vehicle for international representation and competitive excellence. As a full member of World Lacrosse and the Pan American Lacrosse Association since 2020, the program is committed to establishing the U.S. Virgin Islands as a respected competitor on the international stage while fostering the growth of lacrosse throughout St. Thomas, St. John, and St. Croix. The Men's National Team Program operates within a comprehensive athlete development framework that identifies, trains, and advances players from grassroots participation through elite international competition, ensuring compliance with World Lacrosse eligibility criteria and maintaining the highest standards of athletic preparation and sportsmanship.

Program Emphases

The mission of the Men's National Team Program centers on systematic athlete development and competitive excellence at all levels of international play. The program provides equitable, high-quality training across all developmental stages, creating clear pathways from youth participation through senior national team selection. Through structured identification processes, specialized coaching, and targeted competition opportunities, the program aims to produce skilled, well-rounded athletes capable of competing successfully at World Lacrosse Championships, Pan American Lacrosse Association continental qualifiers, and other international events. The program emphasizes not only technical and tactical proficiency but also character development, leadership, and the values of teamwork, respect, and integrity that define lacrosse as a sport. By aligning with international best practices, the Men's National Team Program creates a culture of excellence that honors the territory's rich athletic heritage while building toward future success, including the pursuit of potential Olympic representation.

Focus on Excellence

The U.S. Virgin Islands Men's National Team Program operates through a multi-tiered development pathway that encompasses youth identification programs, age-group national teams (U15, U17, U19, and U20), and senior men's field, box and sixes teams. Player identification begins at the grassroots level through territorial clinics, camps, and competitive play, with talented athletes advancing through regional and national tryout processes. The program emphasizes Long-Term Athlete Development principles, ensuring that training intensity, competition formats, and skill development are age-appropriate and scientifically grounded. Athletes receive comprehensive support including technical skills training, positional specialization, strength and conditioning programming, mental skills development, tactical education, and college recruitment guidance. The coaching staff, comprised of experienced lacrosse professionals with national and international experience, provides mentorship and instruction that prepares athletes for the demands of elite competition while instilling values that extend beyond the playing field. Selection to national teams is based on comprehensive evaluation criteria including lacrosse skill, game intelligence, fitness, work ethic, coachability, character, and commitment to the program's mission. The program maintains transparent selection processes and provides multiple opportunities throughout the year for athletes to demonstrate their abilities and earn national team selection.

Global Competition

Competition scheduling for the Men's National Team Program includes participation in Pan American Lacrosse Association continental qualifiers, World Lacrosse Championships at both youth and senior levels, international friendly matches against other national programs, and World Lacrosse Sixes tournaments. These competitive opportunities provide invaluable experience against top-tier international competition and allow athletes to represent the U.S. Virgin Islands on the world stage. The program also emphasizes cultural exchange and relationship-building with other lacrosse nations, fostering connections that strengthen the global lacrosse community. Through strategic partnerships with USA Lacrosse, Lacrosse Canada, and other established programs, the U.S. Virgin Islands Men's National Team Program accesses technical resources, coaching education, and best practices that accelerate development and enhance competitive readiness. Looking toward the future, the program is committed to continuous improvement in player development systems, coaching education, facilities and equipment, and organizational infrastructure to ensure that the U.S. Virgin Islands remains competitive and continues to grow its presence in international lacrosse.